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What: |
Contract Postal Unit grand opening |
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Who: |
U.S. Postal Service and Meiners J-Town Hardware |
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When: |
Noon |
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Where: |
Meiners J-Town Hardware |
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Background: |
Contract Postal Units (CPU) are located inside a retail establishment and run by the retailer’s employees. These in-store CPUs offer a wide range of U.S. Postal Service products and services at the same prices found in traditional Post Offices. There are currently more than 5,000 CPU retailers across the U.S. offering expanded customer access to postal products and services. There are 17 CPUs in the Louisville area. To find one near you, call 1-800-ASK-USPS, or go online to www.usps.com , click on the “Locate a Post Office” tab, and follow the prompts. |
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